Finding the perfect place to retire requires careful consideration of numerous factors that contribute to a fulfilling and comfortable lifestyle. Our comprehensive analysis of Oklahoma’s towns evaluates five key criteria that are essential for retirees seeking an ideal community. These criteria include Overall Retirement Score, Walkability, Urban Sophistication (Cultural amenities), Vibrant Score, and Transit-Friendly ratings.
The “Overall Retirement Score” encompasses many criteria baked into it, providing a holistic view of a town’s retirement-friendliness. Every score presented in this ranking is based on extensive real-world data collection and surveys from residents who experience these communities daily. This is not subjective opinion but data-driven analysis of Oklahoma’s best towns for retirees.
Here’s the list.
15. Headrick Home Prices Chart
Here are the key scores for this town:
- Overall Retirement Score: 94.30
- Walkability: 7.03
- Urban Sophistication (Cultural amenities): 67.15
- Vibrant Score: 0.49
- Transit-Friendly: 0.00
About Headrick
Headrick jumps into our top 15 with an exceptional retirement score of 94.30. While walkability is limited at 7.03 and there’s no public transportation, the town offers impressive urban sophistication with a score of 67.15, suggesting good access to cultural amenities despite its size. The extremely low vibrant score of 0.49 indicates a very peaceful, quiet environment ideal for retirees seeking tranquility. The median home price in Headrick is comparable to the Oklahoma state average, offering good value for retirees.
14. Lebanon Home Prices Chart
Here are the key scores for this town:
- Overall Retirement Score: 94.53
- Walkability: 3.08
- Urban Sophistication (Cultural amenities): 29.35
- Vibrant Score: 7.22
- Transit-Friendly: 0.00
About Lebanon
Lebanon secures 14th place with an outstanding retirement score of 94.53. The town has very limited walkability at 3.08 and no public transportation options. It offers moderate cultural amenities with an urban sophistication score of 29.35 and maintains a peaceful atmosphere with a vibrant score of 7.22. The median home price in Lebanon is in line with the Oklahoma state average, providing affordable housing options for retirees seeking a quiet community with a strong retirement-friendly environment.
13. Cookson Home Prices Chart
Here are the key scores for this town:
- Overall Retirement Score: 94.68
- Walkability: 2.77
- Urban Sophistication (Cultural amenities): 41.12
- Vibrant Score: 3.30
- Transit-Friendly: 5.73
About Cookson
Cookson achieves an impressive 13th place with an excellent retirement score of 94.68. The town has very limited walkability at 2.77 but does offer some public transportation options with a transit-friendly score of 5.73. Cultural amenities are good with an urban sophistication score of 41.12, while the low vibrant score of 3.30 ensures a peaceful environment. The median home price in Cookson is comparable to the Oklahoma state average, offering affordable living in a retirement-friendly community with natural beauty.
12. Billings Home Prices Chart
Here are the key scores for this town:
- Overall Retirement Score: 94.69
- Walkability: 14.99
- Urban Sophistication (Cultural amenities): 50.99
- Vibrant Score: 2.67
- Transit-Friendly: 0.00
About Billings
Billings ranks 12th with an excellent retirement score of 94.69. The town offers moderate walkability at 14.99 and impressive cultural amenities with an urban sophistication score of 50.99. The low vibrant score of 2.67 indicates a peaceful environment, though there are no public transportation options available. The median home price in Billings is in line with the Oklahoma state average of approximately $199,000, providing good value for retirees seeking a community with a balance of amenities and tranquility.
11. Texhoma Home Prices Chart
Here are the key scores for this town:
- Overall Retirement Score: 94.80
- Walkability: 16.83
- Urban Sophistication (Cultural amenities): 50.81
- Vibrant Score: 4.96
- Transit-Friendly: 0.00
About Texhoma
Texhoma breaks into our top 11 with a stellar retirement score of 94.80. The town offers relatively good walkability at 16.83 and impressive cultural amenities with an urban sophistication score of 50.81. The low vibrant score of 4.96 ensures a peaceful environment, though there are no public transportation options. According to listing data, the median home price in Texhoma is approximately $116,544, which is significantly lower than the Oklahoma state average, making it an affordable option for retirees seeking value without sacrificing retirement-friendly amenities.
10. Goodwell Home Prices Chart
Here are the key scores for this town:
- Overall Retirement Score: 94.81
- Walkability: 12.43
- Urban Sophistication (Cultural amenities): 34.85
- Vibrant Score: 22.17
- Transit-Friendly: 18.63
About Goodwell
Goodwell enters our top 10 with an excellent retirement score of 94.81. The town offers moderate walkability at 12.43 and notable public transportation options with a transit-friendly score of 18.63, the highest among our top towns. With moderate cultural amenities (34.85) and a relatively high vibrant score (22.17), Goodwell provides a more active environment than many other towns on our list. According to listing data, homes in Goodwell have a median price of approximately $174,359, which is slightly lower than the Oklahoma state average, offering good value for retirees.
9. Medford – Lamont Home Prices Chart
Here are the key scores for this town:
- Overall Retirement Score: 94.83
- Walkability: 17.91
- Urban Sophistication (Cultural amenities): 39.43
- Vibrant Score: 2.92
- Transit-Friendly: 0.00
About Medford – Lamont
Medford – Lamont secures the 9th position with an impressive retirement score of 94.83. The town offers good walkability at 17.91 and moderate cultural amenities with an urban sophistication score of 39.43. The low vibrant score of 2.92 ensures a peaceful environment, though there are no public transportation options available. In Lamont, the median household income is approximately $56,538, suggesting a stable local economy, while median home prices remain in line with the affordable Oklahoma state average.
8. Bennington Home Prices Chart
Here are the key scores for this town:
- Overall Retirement Score: 95.36
- Walkability: 3.38
- Urban Sophistication (Cultural amenities): 15.58
- Vibrant Score: 1.13
- Transit-Friendly: 0.00
About Bennington
Bennington earns the 8th spot with an impressive retirement score of 95.36. The town offers very limited walkability at 3.38 and no public transportation options. Cultural amenities are somewhat limited with an urban sophistication score of 15.58, and the extremely low vibrant score of 1.13 indicates a very peaceful, quiet environment that many retirees seek. The median home price in Bennington is in line with the Oklahoma state average, making it an affordable option for those looking for a tranquil retirement setting.
7. Stonewall Home Prices Chart
Here are the key scores for this town:
- Overall Retirement Score: 95.64
- Walkability: 6.47
- Urban Sophistication (Cultural amenities): 45.64
- Vibrant Score: 2.58
- Transit-Friendly: 8.62
About Stonewall
Stonewall claims the 7th position with an excellent retirement score of 95.64. The town has limited walkability at 6.47 but does offer some public transportation options with a transit-friendly score of 8.62. It provides good cultural amenities with an urban sophistication score of 45.64, while maintaining a peaceful atmosphere with a low vibrant score of 2.58. The median home price in Stonewall is comparable to the Oklahoma state average, offering good value for retirees looking for a balance of amenities and tranquility.
6. Olustee – Eldorado Home Prices Chart
Here are the key scores for this town:
- Overall Retirement Score: 96.41
- Walkability: 12.26
- Urban Sophistication (Cultural amenities): 23.04
- Vibrant Score: 6.30
- Transit-Friendly: 0.71
About Olustee – Eldorado
Olustee – Eldorado secures the 6th position with an outstanding retirement score of 96.41. The town offers moderate walkability at 12.26 and minimal public transportation with a transit-friendly score of 0.71. Cultural amenities are moderate with an urban sophistication score of 23.04, while the low vibrant score of 6.30 ensures a peaceful environment. According to available data, the median home price in Olustee is approximately $67,100, which is significantly lower than the Oklahoma state average, making it one of the most affordable options for retirees on our list.
5. Mountain View – Gotebo Home Prices Chart
Here are the key scores for this town:
- Overall Retirement Score: 96.57
- Walkability: 19.58
- Urban Sophistication (Cultural amenities): 32.97
- Vibrant Score: 0.65
- Transit-Friendly: 0.00
About Mountain View – Gotebo
Mountain View – Gotebo ranks 5th with an exceptional retirement score of 96.57. The town provides good walkability by small-town standards at 19.58, though it lacks public transportation options. It offers moderate cultural amenities with an urban sophistication score of 32.97, while the extremely low vibrant score of 0.65 indicates a very peaceful environment. The per capita income in Mountain View – Gotebo is approximately $33,279, which is relatively wealthy compared to Oklahoma averages, suggesting a comfortable economic environment for retirees.
4. Arnett Home Prices Chart
Here are the key scores for this town:
- Overall Retirement Score: 97.80
- Walkability: 15.04
- Urban Sophistication (Cultural amenities): 57.84
- Vibrant Score: 1.54
- Transit-Friendly: 0.00
About Arnett
Arnett claims the 4th spot with an outstanding retirement score of 97.80. The town offers moderate walkability at 15.04 and no public transportation options. It stands out with impressive cultural amenities, boasting an urban sophistication score of 57.84, while maintaining a very peaceful atmosphere with a low vibrant score of 1.54. According to available data, Arnett has a median household income of approximately $46,932, reflecting a stable local economy, with median home prices that align with the affordable Oklahoma state average.
3. Corn Home Prices Chart
Here are the key scores for this town:
- Overall Retirement Score: 99.15
- Walkability: 12.37
- Urban Sophistication (Cultural amenities): 46.18
- Vibrant Score: 0.27
- Transit-Friendly: 0.00
About Corn
Corn earns the 3rd position with a near-perfect retirement score of 99.15. The town offers moderate walkability at 12.37 but no public transportation options. It provides good cultural amenities with an urban sophistication score of 46.18, while the extremely low vibrant score of 0.27 indicates an exceptionally peaceful environment that many retirees desire. The median home price in Corn is comparable to the Oklahoma state average, making it an affordable option for retirees seeking tranquility with access to some cultural amenities.
2. Connerville Home Prices Chart
Here are the key scores for this town:
- Overall Retirement Score: 99.62
- Walkability: 8.45
- Urban Sophistication (Cultural amenities): 48.72
- Vibrant Score: 1.48
- Transit-Friendly: 17.59
About Connerville
Connerville earns the 2nd spot with an exceptional retirement score of 99.62. The town has limited walkability at 8.45 but offers significant public transportation options with a transit-friendly score of 17.59, the second highest among our top towns. It provides excellent cultural amenities with an urban sophistication score of 48.72, while maintaining a very peaceful atmosphere with a low vibrant score of 1.48. Connerville is surrounded by natural beauty, with properties featuring stunning landscapes and rural charm, while maintaining affordable housing options comparable to the Oklahoma state average.
1. Keyes Home Prices Chart
Here are the key scores for this town:
- Overall Retirement Score: 99.66
- Walkability: 16.40
- Urban Sophistication (Cultural amenities): 81.56
- Vibrant Score: 0.73
- Transit-Friendly: 0.00
About Keyes
Keyes claims the top position with an outstanding retirement score of 99.66, making it the best town for retirement in Oklahoma according to our analysis. The town offers good walkability by small-town standards at 16.40, though it lacks public transportation options. What truly sets Keyes apart is its exceptional urban sophistication score of 81.56, the highest among our top towns, indicating excellent access to cultural amenities despite its small size. The very low vibrant score of 0.73 ensures a peaceful environment perfect for retirement. According to listing data, the median home price in Keyes is approximately $47,061, making it an extremely affordable option for retirees.
Definition of terms:
- Overall Retirement Score: A comprehensive metric that evaluates a town’s suitability for retirees by considering factors such as cost of living, healthcare access, safety, climate, recreational opportunities, and community support for seniors. Higher scores indicate better retirement environments.
- Walkability: Measures how easily residents can accomplish daily tasks on foot without relying on vehicles. This criterion is important for retirees who may prefer to maintain an active lifestyle or who may eventually limit their driving.
- Urban Sophistication (Cultural amenities): Evaluates access to cultural activities, educational opportunities, entertainment venues, dining options, and other enrichment facilities that contribute to a fulfilling retirement lifestyle.
- Vibrant Score: Assesses the energy and activity level of a community. Lower scores indicate quieter, more peaceful environments, while higher scores reflect more bustling, active communities. Many retirees prefer lower vibrant scores for relaxation and tranquility.
- Transit-Friendly: Measures the availability and accessibility of public transportation options, which can be crucial for retirees who may eventually limit or cease driving but still want to maintain independence.
In addition to our proprietary data, we used the following for the median home price information:
- Zillow Home Value Index https://www.zillow.com/home-values/45/ok/
- Redfin Oklahoma Housing Market https://www.redfin.com/state/Oklahoma/housing-market
- Movoto Real Estate Wynnewood https://www.movoto.com/wynnewood-ok/
- Neighborhood Scout Community Profiles https://www.neighborhoodscout.com/ok/
